Articles — Reading Tips, Book Lists & Author Stories

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Books & Culture

Building Your Direct Sales Strategy: Why Selling Books from Your Own Website Matters.

Stop relying solely on retail algorithms. Discover the massive financial and creative benefits of building a direct sales strategy on your own website.

#indie books #book discovery

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Finding Your Creative Rhythm: Embracing the Natural Seasons of Rest and Production

Exhausted by the pressure to produce? Discover how to find your creative rhythm by embracing natural seasons of rest and production. A kinder, more sustainable way to write and create.

#author life

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Can Music and Storytelling Help Children Understand Plastic Pollution?

A new interactive children’s book series is using songs, stories, and digital learning to inspire young environmental guardians.

S C Hamill

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Copyright Basics Every Fiction Author Must Know

Protect your stories before you share them. Learn the essential copyright basics for fiction authors, how to safeguard your work, and the common myths that trip up indie writers.

#publishing journey

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Books & Culture

Diverse Voices in Indie Publishing: 15 Must-Read Authors

Discover 15 incredible diverse indie authors whose inclusive self-published books are reshaping fiction. From BIPOC indie writers to LGBTQ+ and disabled storytellers, these are the voices you need on your shelf.

#indie authors

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Manuscript Formatting for Submission to Agents: A Writer’s Guide

Ready to submit your novel to literary agents? Learn the professional manuscript formatting for agents, submission formatting tips, and the quiet craft of making your pages disappear so your story shines.

#publishing journey

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Book Recommendations

Best Writing Craft Books Every Fiction Author Should Read

Looking for the best writing craft books for fiction authors? These are the guides on storytelling, prose, and character that transformed my writing, and the indie authors in our community swear by them.

#book recommendations

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Passive vs. Active Voice in Fiction Writing: A Storyteller’s Guide

Struggling with passive voice in your fiction? Learn the difference between passive and active voice writing, when to break the rules, and how indie authors craft prose that grabs readers by the collar.

#writing tips

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Genre Deep Dives

Exploring Micro-Genres: Finding Your Niche in Indie Fiction

Tired of broad categories like fantasy or mystery? The indie reading community is teeming with hyper-specific micro-genres tailored to your exact tastes. Find out how diving into niche categories can completely transform your reading experience.

#genre fiction

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The Indie Author's Reality: Why Writing the Book is Only Half the Battle

Wondering if indie authors really need to market their own books? Learn why self-promotion is essential and discover proven strategies to drive book sales.

#book discovery #behind the book

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Writing the Unimaginable: Crafting a Book That Nobody Expected

Stuck in writing? Learn how to generate truly unique book ideas and break creative boundaries. Discover methods to write a groundbreaking novel that others can't imagine.

#writing tips

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Author Royalties Revealed: The Ultimate Traditional vs. Indie Profit Share Guide

One of the first, most critical decisions an author must face is how to bring their work to the world. Do you pursue a traditional publishing contract, chasing…

#indie authors #publishing journey

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Why Indie Authors Are Tearing Down Traditional Bookshelf Walls

Discover how independent authors are revolutionizing the publishing industry, bypassing traditional gatekeepers, and forging direct, lucrative relationships with their readers.

#self publishing #writing tips

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Unclassifiable: Books That Refuse to Be Categorized (And Why We Love Them)

Discover the allure of genre-defying, cross-genre books. Learn why stories that break traditional rules dominate, with examples of uncategorizable literature.

#writing tips

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Protecting the Creative Well: How to Navigate Emotional Burnout When Your Writing Gets Heavy

Writing deep, complex stories takes an emotional toll. Discover actionable strategies to protect your creative well and recover from writer burnout.

#writing tips

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The Myth of the Finished Manuscript: Learning When to Stop Tweaking and Start Sharing

Trapped in a perpetual loop of "one last polish"? Learn how to spot the line between constructive editing and fear, and when to finally share your book.

#writing tips

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Owning Your Voice: Why Trying to Please Every Reader Kills Good Storytelling

Stop sanding down the edges of your manuscript. Discover why trying to please every reader creates bland fiction, and how to embrace a unique voice.

#indie books